CDC Releases Recommendations For Reopening Schools

It seems like when it comes to reopening schools, people have the same reaction as they did to being told to wear masks: either strongly in favor, or ready to protest.

The CDC posted a guide to reopening schools this week, and it includes working social distancing into the daily routine of students. Here are some of the guidelines:

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The full list of recommendations is just that: recommendations, not requirements. Many are sharing the list on social media as "rules", causing outrage among parents. However, according to the CDC, schools "should be guided by what is feasible, practical, acceptable, and tailored to the needs of each community."

Viral memes are interpreting this information as they see fit, so before believing what you see online, make sure you check back with the CDC's official website first.